closing costs

noun

: the extra amounts of money that people need to pay when they buy a house

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Eligible buyers may qualify for up to $10,000 to $17,000 in assistance toward a down payment, closing costs or interest rate buy-downs with additional programs that may offer more assistance. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026 Others may charge from 0 to 4 points plus other closing costs. Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 14 May 2026 That said, refinancing closing costs will need to be accounted for with either option. Matt Richardson, CBS News, 8 May 2026 Fort Worth’s Homebuyer Assistance Program offers eligible first-time buyers up to $25,000 for down payment and closing costs. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for closing costs

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“Closing costs.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/closing%20costs. Accessed 24 May. 2026.

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